Is an
abortion a safe procedure?
Most terminations of pregnancy are performed within the first trimester
of pregnancy. During this early stage, there is very little risk
involved when an abortion is performed by an experienced gynecologist.
Will the procedure be painful?
Most surgical abortions are performed using some type of anesthesia, either
local or conscious sedation. There is little or no discomfort during the
surgery. Normally, you will experience some abdominal cramping, similar
to menstrual cramps, right after the procedure.
How long will I be at Women’s Choice?
Your visit to Women’s Choice will be probably take approximately
2 hours. This includes your recovery time. It would be wise for
your driver to leave during this time and return to accompany you
home.
Is a non-surgical abortion safer than a
surgical abortion?
There are advantages and disadvantages to both procedures. A non-surgical
abortion can only be done within 56 days, (less than 8 weeks) of
your last menstrual period. This procedure usually causes more bleeding
and cramping than a surgical abortion. However, some women prefer
this method because there is no surgical or anesthesia risk involved.
If our physician’s evaluation finds you eligible for either
procedure, it becomes a matter of personal choice.
Will I be contacted after I leave Women’s
Choice?
There should be no reason for us to call you after you have left
the facility. If on the rare occasion that we do, we will not speak
to anyone but you. Our staff is extremely sensitive to your privacy
and confidentiality.
Do I need a follow-up examination?
A two or three week post-operative examination is necessary to determine
that you have no complications and to choose a method of birth control.
You may want to see your own physician or family planning center
for your post-operative check-up or, you may choose to return to
Women’s Choice at no additional charge.
What should I know before my appointment?
- Do not eat or drink anything from midnight before the appointment,
including water, gum, or mints.
- Ask a friend or relative to drive you to the facility the day
of your procedure.
- For the comfort of the other patients, please do not bring children
to the office.
- If you are unable to keep your appointment, please call to cancel
or reschedule.
Appointments
Phone counselors are available Monday through Saturday between the
hours of 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM to answer your questions and schedule
appointments. Please provide us with any pertinent information regarding
your medical history at this time. Free pregnancy testing is available
Monday through Saturday. It is a good idea to call us first so that
we may accommodate you with a minimum of waiting.
Payment Policies
Payment is due at the time of the procedure. We accept cash, money order,
MasterCard, Visa, and American Express. No personal checks are accepted.
Our fees include lab work, counseling, and ultrasound, as well as anesthesia.
Post-operative medication and a follow-up examination are also included
in the fee.
We accept most insurance plans. If you would like to use your insurance
as payment, please indicate this when making your appointment. We will
be happy to verify coverage before you come in.
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